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You Should Take Children Abroad With You

There’s always that great temptation to visit somewhere without your children, and I know many who do go away without their children because they think it would be less hassle. I know because I was one of those parents a couple of years ago when we were planning to visit New York, the idea of a long haul flight with kids and to a destination that was unknown to us had us considering leaving the kids at their grandparents, but we took them, and I have absolutely no regrets. We all had a fantastic time as a family, and I’ll never consider leaving the kids at home again. Here is how you can make sure your getaway runs as smooth as possible.

The Right Holiday

To begin, it’s important that you’re choosing the right kind of holiday for your family. This will depend on their age, of course. Wherever you choose, it’s crucial that you research the wider area, rather than just your resort, try somewhere like Jules Verne for a wide variety of destinations and inspiring tours for you to choose from. It might be that some areas are less suitable for children (such as places with nightlife, etc.) than others, even in the same town or island, so choose properly.

Sun Safety

For most families, going on a holiday means going away to somewhere with the sunshine! We don’t get it all too often in the UK, so it’s an excuse to work on our tan and be outside without the threat of rain falling. However, it’s really important that your children are kept safe in the sun. You might know what you can handle, but whatever it is, your children will be much more sensitive to it. Stay out of direct sunlight during the hottest period of the day, make sure they’re drinking enough water, and don’t forget to throw on as much suntan lotion as needed.

Being Prepared

No matter how hard you might try, it’s impossible to guarantee absolute safety when you’re travelling. Things can also go wrong. Hopefully, these incidences will be minor, but they’re still something you need to think about. You should pack a first aid kit to deal with those small scrapes and other issues, and in the case of more serious emergencies, make sure you know the local number for the emergency services and where the nearest hospital is.

Keep Yourself Safe First

You’ll find it much easier to keep your children is you’re ensuring that you’re keeping yourself safe first. If you’re travelling across time zones, then you’ll need to prepare yourself for the effects of jet lag. Having jet lag will make sluggish, and less able to keep your children safe. Also, if you’re driving while overseas, be aware of all the local laws and unwritten rules of the road. Take no risks, and always keep your eye out for any sign of danger – and then promptly avoid them! If you’re well prepared to keep yourself safe, then your children will naturally be safer by extension.

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Hi, I'm Emma, I'm a Mum of 3 who is fuelled by copious amounts of gin and is passionate about living a life full of adventure. We are a Family Travel blog with a difference as we often talk about Autism accessibility within our travel adventures.